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Nintendo 2DS - The Best of Two Worlds

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

If you've been reading my blog for a while, you will undoubtedly know that I harbour a love of all things tech. I have always been so intrigued by the latest gadgets and the newest technology. Whether it was using an electronic typewriter in the early 1990's or learning how to create a simple math program with endless loops of QBasic coding, I thrive on information technology. Then there was the Internet. Its widespread use proved to be a dramatic change in the way we learned, communicated, created and played. Just think how many gamers across the globe rejoiced once they discovered the benefits of playing interactive online games with one another, customizing avatars and downloading the newest games. And then came the handheld gaming system that brought it all together in one portable device. Think Gameboy, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS and now the newest Nintendo 2DS which offers the best of two worlds.

Do you have a future gamer on your holiday shopping list but are looking to buy something a little more affordable? Then look no further than the Nintendo 2DS handheld gaming system. Younger children will love the Nintendo 2DS since it was designed with small hands in mind. And parents will love knowing that it is much more durable. While this "entry-level" unit does not have 3D capability, it still allows you to play both Nintendo DS and 3DS games in 2D since it is backward compatible with the games you already own.

The Nintendo 2DS systems offer a wide range of built-in features and applications, so you can start having fun right away. Stream videos, download new games, take on friends with wireless play, and much more. The Nintendo 2DS includes a power adapter, a stylus pen, and AR cards that work with the Nintendo 2DS built-in camera application to bring you augmented-reality games. My son really enjoyed these games and I like that it gets him moving around since you have to access the games from different vantage points. There is also a 4GB SD card so you can save photos and data.

Nintendo 2DS Features

Nintendo 3DS Camera - Take 3D photos and record 3D videos with the
built-in cameras and software, viewable in 2D on your system. (Using an
SD Card, you can view this 3D data on a Nintendo 3DS/Nintendo 3DS XL
system.)

Face Raiders - Play a game where your face and your friends’ faces become game characters.

Nintendo 3DS Sound - Listen to music or record sounds.

Activity Log - Check the play times of your software or the steps you have walked while carrying your system with you.

Mii Maker - Create Mii characters as alter egos for you and your family and friends.

Health and Safety Information - Review important health and safety information concerning the use of the system.

Nintendo 2DS in Crystal Blue

The Nintendo 2DS is available in red and blue, and they just launched the Crystal Red and Crystal Blue versions earlier this month. The unit retails for $129.99 but you can find the Crystal Red and Crystal Blue Nintendo 2DS at Walmart for $99 and individual games cost as little as $29.99. Given the wallet-friendly price point, its compatibility with DS and 3DS games and the myriad of fun and entertaining possibilities, the Nintendo 2DS is a definite must-have this holiday season for gamers both young and young-at-heart.

Win a Nintendo 2DS Bundle!

To help spread some holiday cheer this year, Nintendo is offering up a special Nintendo 2DS bundle for one lucky reader of Toronto Teacher Mom. It includes:

I am entering your giveaway.It would be great to win a Nintendo 2DS Bundle.In response to your question ofWhat do you love most about the Nintendo 2DS?I love that you can Stream videos,download new gamesand take on friends with wireless play.Thank you for having this giveaway!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Face Raiders - Play a game where your face and your friends’ faces become game characters is fantastic - somewhat like virtual reality. Makes the experience more real and memorable for both parties playing. My son would get a HOOT playing the Nintendo 2DS with his best friend Hau, would be a one time memory they will have for a lifetime. Little people are like elephants, they don't forget anything. Awesome giveaway.

I am a huge Nintendo fan! Their gaming systems and games. We have had everyone from the original gamebiy and game boy colour up to the original DS I like the double screen and that it is capatible with the DS games

Absolutely love that it has an sd card for storage, everything needs to have extra storage in our house, we always need more on our phones and tablets. Plus, that it is portable, perfect for long road trips to keep the kids entertained :)

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Diana is a mother of two children and works as an elementary French teacher in Toronto, Ontario. Launched in 2006, her blog Toronto Teacher Mom features articles on her family's adventures as well as reviews on the latest and greatest. When she isn't busy blogging, cleaning or playing with the kids, you can find her standing on her head, riding a bike or sharing crafts on dianasdesigns.ca.